Lifting Injuries: 4 Signs You Need to See a Chiropractor

If you’ve sustained a lifting injury, there’s a good chance you know about it. Lifting injuries often present pain and mobility issues that are common in other conditions. So, how can you tell whether you’ve suffered a lifting-related injury or you’re dealing with something else entirely? At the Healing Touch Chiropractic in Sacramento, we’re here to help. Below our team explains four signs that you need to see a chiropractor for a lifting-related injury.

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Acute Back Pain

If you experience a sudden onset of pain anywhere in your back, especially the lower back, it’s a good idea to schedule an evaluation with a chiropractor. A lifting injury can shift your spinal vertebrae out of alignment, which can place excessive pressure on the nerves that stem from your spine. This phenomenon can cause moderate to severe pain either immediately after the incident or within hours.

Limited Mobility

If you believe you may have sustained a lifting injury and have difficulty moving normally or standing up straight, schedule an evaluation with a chiropractor at your earliest convenience. Lifting injuries often result in muscle tension and pain that makes it difficult for you to function according to your natural movement patterns. The problem will only grow worse without prompt treatment.  

A chiropractor can gently adjust any misaligned vertebrae to help alleviate tension in the muscles, tendons, and ligaments that surround the spine. As a result, you’ll experience improved range of motion, greater mobility, and pain relief. 

Chronic Pain

Experiencing chronic pain after a lifting injury should prompt you to see a chiropractor for care. A chiropractor can perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine what’s causing your pain and perform the necessary adjustments to alleviate chronic discomfort and restore mobility.

Tingling, Numbness, or Radiating Pain

Often, a lifting injury compromises the nerves that stem away from the spinal cord and travel throughout the body. When misaligned vertebrae place pressure on those nerves, the resulting symptoms may include radiating pain through the buttocks and lower extremities, numbness, tingling, weakness, or poor coordination. If you experience any of these symptoms after lifting something heavy, visit a chiropractor right away for a full evaluation and advice on your best course of treatment. 

Lifting Injury Care at The Healing Touch Chiropractic Today

If you believe you’re suffering from a lifting injury, don’t hesitate to contact our team at The Healing Touch Chiropractic today. Early detection and treatment are the most effective way to mitigate the long-term consequences of a lifting injury, so please don’t wait to get the chiropractic care you need. To schedule an appointment or learn about our treatment options for a lifting injury, call our Sacramento, CA, office today at (916) 447-3344 or connect with us online, and we’ll get back to you promptly. 

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